by Rebecca Mumford | Jul 16, 2026 | Uncategorised
It is winter at the beginning of the term, time to appreciate the coldest days of the season passing and anticipate the arrival of the next season. When the risk of frost has passed it is a good time to plant potatoes in the garden. Purchase certified seed potatoes to...
by Rebecca Mumford | Jun 13, 2026 | Uncategorised
It is winter, time to hibernate and spend more time indoors over the coming months. This is a good time to highlight the role of climate and its impact on what grows in the garden. Just like humans, some plants like the warm weather and some plants like the cool...
by Rebecca Mumford | Apr 22, 2026 | Uncategorised
It is autumn, time to observe the leaves on deciduous trees changing colour and falling to the ground! With the temperature cooling down as winter approaches, it is the best time to plant broccoli seedlings in the garden, along with other brassica plants like...
by Rebecca Mumford | Mar 8, 2026 | Uncategorised
It is autumn, time to consider improving the soil in your garden, starting by growing broad beans. These are part of the legume plant family, which grow pods with seeds inside, while their roots perform magic underground. Other legumes in the legume plant family...
by Rebecca Mumford | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorised
It is summer, time to enjoy the sunshine in the outdoors, while insects also enjoy being active in our environment. The soil is warm and the temperature perfect for germinating tiny seeds. Warm loose soil and water provide tiny carrot seeds with all they need to...
